ICNA: Egyptian Mosque Attack is a Horrific Crime

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—FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE—

NEW YORK, NY November 24, 2017) – The Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA), condemns the attacks at a Mosque in Egypt that killed at least 235 worshipers as a horrific crime.
The attack goes against all Islamic injunctions including ensuring the safety and security of religious institutions. ICNA offers its deepest sympathies to the victims of these dastardly attacks and the people of Egypt.

ICNA also calls on the Egyptian authorities to conduct immediate and transparent investigation of the incidents and work to bring security and justice to all its people. ICNA also calls on the Egyptian government to ensure the fundamental rights of its citizens during its war on terror.

The Islamic Circle of North America is a leading American Muslim organization dedicated to the betterment of society through the application of Islamic values. Since 1968, ICNA has worked to build relations between communities by devoting itself to education, outreach, social services and relief efforts.